Prime Minister congratulated Belarusians on Freedom Day
Prime Minister Gintautas Paluckas extends greetings to the people of Belarus on March 25th, Freedom Day, stating that Lithuania believes in the freedom of Belarus and firmly supports its people on their path to democracy—the Belarusian people have time and again demonstrated immense courage and determination in their fight for a free future.
"We know that no force can suppress freedom indefinitely—sooner or later, it will prevail over oppression. Today, we once again call on the illegitimate leader of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, to release and rehabilitate all political prisoners—people whose only 'crime' is their love for their country and pursuit of truth. We also emphasize the need to bring to justice those responsible for crimes against humanity and for Belarus's involvement in Russia’s war against Ukraine. Our commitment to applying pressure on the illegitimate Belarusian leadership through sanctions remains intact.
The future of Belarus depends on free and fair elections—the only path to genuine renewal and democracy. Lithuania has always been and will continue to be a refuge for Belarusians persecuted by the regime. Here, they will find a safe place to live, work, study, and contribute to the building of a democratic Belarus.
A free, democratic, and prosperous Belarus is our shared goal. It is important not only for the people of Belarus but also for Lithuania’s security and the stability of the entire region, which is why we continue to stand with Belarusian civil society and to work turning this vision into reality.“
Last updated: 25-03-2025
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